Les voyageurs adorent observer la faune directement sur le terrain de l’hébergement.
Emplacement central
Grâce à l’emplacement pratique, vous n’êtes jamais loin de l’endroit où vous devez vous rendre.
Découvrez des points d’intérêt à proximité
À proximité : Forêt nationale Ocala
3 chambres1 salle de bain ou plus6 personnes
Commodités populaires
Patio
Chiens acceptés
Barbecue
Climatisation
Réfrigérateur
Laveuse
Explorez la région
Fort McCoy, FL
Forêt nationale Ocala
Place, Forêt nationale Ocala
2 min à pied
Zone de loisirs de Silver Glen Springs
Place, Zone de loisirs de Silver Glen Springs
39 min en voiture
Parc d'État Silver Springs
Place, Parc d'État Silver Springs
53 min en voiture
Gainesville, Floride (GNV-Aéroport régional de Gainesville)
Airport, Gainesville, Floride (GNV-Aéroport régional de Gainesville)
81 min en voiture
Chambres et lits
3 chambres (6 personnes)
Chambre 1
1 grand lit
Chambre 2
1 lit superposé (1 place)
Chambre 3
1 grand lit
1 salle de bain, 1 salle avec toilette et lavabo
Salle de bain 1
Toilettes
Salle de bain 2
Baignoire ou douche · Baignoire · Toilettes
Espaces supplémentaires
Terrasse en bois ou patio
Véranda ou lanai
Cuisine
Salle à manger
À propos de cet hébergement
Cottage pour amoureux de la nature au Penner Pond, détente ou exploration dans la forêt d'Ocala.
Calling all nature lovers! Hiking, four-wheeling, fishing and more. Located in the Ocala National Forest, near Rodman Dam. If camping is out of the question but you want to connect to nature, this is for you! Call it glamping if you prefer…Create your base camp for a long weekend, a week or more. Looking for a few month’s stay? We can accommodate. House offers three bedrooms plus one and a half baths. First bedroom has the half bath and queen bed, second bedroom has queen bed, plus a third bedroom is equipped with twin over twin bunks with walk through to the full bath.
Back patio overlooks grassy pond which brings in a variety of wildlife a special treat for birdwatching. A true forest escape, many activities are nearby. Enjoy the local springs, fishing, hunting, hiking or ATVs.
Pet friendly with a $75 non refundable pet fee. Please keep pets on a leash when outside in. Neighbors’ dogs and wildlife roam through the yard.
THINGS TO DO: simply enjoy getting away from life's hustle & bustle and enjoy a fire (in the fire ring please). Smart TV and wifi are available. Wild animals are around, please do not feed or harass.
Rodman Dam is 2 miles away and offers great fishing. Bring your fishing gear as the ponds at Penner Pond are known to have great fishing too! Various four-wheeling trails surround the area (please trailer your ATVs to appropriate parking for trailheads). For hikers, several trails will take you through the Penner Ponds area or other Florida trails nearby. A popular spot is Hopkins Prairie for trails and observing wildlife.
LOCAL INTERESTS: Other nearby activities include the Hog Waller Mud Bog, events at Rodeheaver Boys Ranch, Palatka Bass fishing Tournaments and a variety of festivals in nearby Ocala, Gainesville or Palatka. If going to the springs (Salt Springs or Juniper) arrive early as they reach capacity quickly on weekends!
ACCESS INFORMATION: Discover what is beyond forest roads. Penner Pond Drive is a narrow dirt road that leads to a small community and your home for a few days. High clearance vehicles are recommended. Once there, a partially fenced yard with a grassy pond and forest space as your boundaries on one side. A quiet neighborhood with farm animals as well as wildlife welcome you. The property offers over an acre of outdoor space. We have charcoal grills for outdoor cooking too!
Owners are licensed Florida real estate agents. We invite you to like and follow our Facebook page for events and weather updates: @NatureLoversCottageONF Feel free to tag yourself, share your photos and rate your stay. Thank you for your interest!!! We hope you enjoy!
***Please take note you may not have WiFi-GPS services as you approach the area. G00gle Map is best but not accurate for our turn. Directions will be sent to you in advance. Please print them for your trip in case you loose your signal. ***
Animaux de compagnie autorisés : chiens de moins de 23 kg chacun (maximum 2 animaux au total)
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Fumeurs/non-fumeurs
Hébergement non-fumeurs
No smoking inside. $150 penalty held from deposit.
Instructions relatives au départ
L'hôte vous demande d'effectuer les tâches suivantes avant le départ :
Retirer les draps des lits utilisés et rassembler les serviettes utilisées
Enlever les articles personnels, enlever les restes de nourriture et de boisson et sortir les poubelles
Verrouiller les portes
Le non-respect de ces règles peut entraîner un avis négatif de la part de l’hôte.
Bag all trash before putting it in garbage can. A $30 fine otherwise. Keep our forest clean. Also for bear prevention.
Trailer ATVs to appropriate parking areas. Install Avenza and get the WMA maps for Ocala. They are for licensed vehicles to help stay on legal trail.
Absolutely no rearranging inside furniture. A $50 extra charge will be added if furniture has to be moved after your stay.
Renseignements importants
À savoir
Nº de l’hébergement : 2157310vb
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
Possibilité de location à long terme
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur et un verrou de sûreté
Cet hébergement comporte des espaces extérieurs comme des balcons, des patios ou des terrasses potentiellement non adaptés aux enfants. Si vous avez des questions, nous vous recommandons de contacter l'hébergement avant votre arrivée afin de savoir s'il peut vous accueillir dans une chambre adéquate.
À propos du quartier
Interlachen
Ce cottage vous donne rendez-vous à Interlachen, plus précisément en zone rurale. Tandis que l'incontournable Welaka National Fish Hatchery Aquarium compte parmi les attractions locales, les splendides Forêt nationale Ocala et Rodman Reservoir vous offriront un aperçu des beautés naturelles de la région. Découvrez le jet-ski et le kayak sur les points d'eau des environs ou faites le plein d'aventures en plein air en vous adonnant à différentes activités telles que la chasse et la randonnée à pied ou à vélo.
Zone de loisirs de Silver Glen Springs - 39 min en voiture - 49.1 km
Zone de loisirs Juniper Springs Recreation Area - 53 min en voiture - 71.7 km
Parc d'État Silver Springs - 53 min en voiture - 70.3 km
Silver Springs River - 59 min en voiture - 78.5 km
Transport
Gare de Palatka - 33 min en voiture
Aéroport régional de Gainesville (GNV) - 76 min en voiture
Restaurants
Hog Valley Civic Center - 15 min en voiture
Hog Wild Country Cafe - 27 min en voiture
Backwoods Smokehouse - 27 min en voiture
Hog Heaven - 11 min en voiture
Starbucks Kissimmee
Foire aux questions
Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest. accepte-t-il les animaux de compagnie?
Oui, cet hébergement accepte les chiens (limite de 2 par chambre) d’un poids maximal de 50 lb par animal de compagnie.
Combien cela coûte-t-il de séjourner à Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?
En date du 17 oct. 2026, les prix trouvés pour un séjour d’une nuit pour deux adultes à l’hébergement Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest. le 6 janv. 2027 commencent à 150 $ CA, taxes et frais en sus. Ce prix est fondé sur le plus bas prix par nuit des 24 dernières heures pour des séjours dans les 30 prochains jours. Les prix sont sujets à changement. Choisissez vos dates pour obtenir des prix précis.
Combien coûte le stationnement à Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?
L’hébergement dispose d’un stationnement sur place.
À quelle heure est-il possible d'arriver à Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?
L’arrivée est possible à partir de 15 h.
À quelle heure doit s'effectuer le départ à Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?
Le départ est à 11 h.
Où se situe Nature Lover’s Cottage at Penner Pond, Relax or Explore in the Ocala Forest.?
Cottage se trouve en zone rurale, à quelques pas de cet attrait, Forêt nationale Ocala, et à 2,1 mi (3,4 km) de Rodman Reservoir. Lake Kerr est à 9,5 mi (15,2 km).
Avis
9,8
Exceptionnel
Les avis sont présentés en ordre chronologique, soumis à un processus de modération et vérifiés, à moins d’indication contraire.
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Everything was as listed and it was such a peaceful place to stay!
Séjour de 2 nuits en décembre 2025
VrboOwner a répondu le 23 déc. 2025
Thank you for taking time to submit a review. We are glad you found it a peaceful stay. We hope to see you again in the new year!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Emily S.
10 nov. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
We absolutely loved this stay! Saw lots of wildlife! It was perfect!
Séjour de 2 nuits en novembre 2025
VrboOwner a répondu le 11 nov. 2025
Thank you for taking time to share your experience. We hope to host you again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Howard L.
6 mars 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Awesome getaway!!
Great location for getting away from it all, very relaxing and comfortable, will be back.
Séjour de 3 nuits en mars 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 7 mars 2023
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the review.
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
john r.
11 juin 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great stay
We had a great relaxing time.
The cabin was in good clean condition we had no problems.
Séjour de 4 nuits en mai 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 11 juin 2022
Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again! T&J
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
chris s.
13 juin 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Wechad a great time
A nice place with a lot of wildlife around.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 13 juin 2022
Thank you for the review. We hope to see you back again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Mikita B.
9 mai 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Restful and relaxing
Pleasant, quiet, peaceful stay in a lovely cottage. An added bonus was an evening visit from a friendly bear.
Séjour de 3 nuits en mai 2024
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Anthony C.
26 juill. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Perfect getaway in nature!
Had an amazing time staying at this peaceful property in the Ocala National Forest, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. We enjoyed seeing a wide variety of local wildlife, property is near Salt Springs which is an amazing place to visit. Looking forward to staying again sometime in the future!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2024
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Steven R.
13 nov. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Nature Lovers
If you like quiet and secluded, this is the place for you.
Séjour de 3 nuits en novembre 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 21 nov. 2023
Thank you for your rating and comments. We are glad you enjoyed a peaceful stay.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Sarah P.
17 avr. 2025
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Lovely cabin!
Nice quiet area, and Cabin was fantastic. Cabin was very clean and not far from areas for hiking etc. Owners were very responsive and always responded very quickly. Thank you! We will definitely consider returning the next time we are in the area!
Séjour de 3 nuits en mars 2025
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Nicole G.
9 mai 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Best Mother's Day Weekend
Was our second time visiting and we had an absolute amazing time ridding trails and just relaxing. We seen so much wildlife, 2 fox squirrels, a snake, some turkeys, and even a bear. The best ever mini vacation.
Séjour de 2 nuits en mai 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 27 mai 2022
We are glad you enjoyed a second stay and hope to become your “go to” spot to relax and unwind! Thank you for the 5-star review!!!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
John R.
23 déc. 2023
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great place to get away and enjoy naturee
We came to ride the trails and loved seeing all the wildlife. The cottage is very comfortable and the property managers were great to work with. We will be back many times in the future.
Séjour de 2 nuits en décembre 2023
VrboOwner a répondu le 23 déc. 2023
Thank you for your review. We look forward to hosting you again.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Judith P.
15 févr. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Peaceful retreat
Enjoyed the peace of the wilderness and mother nature's presence
Séjour de 7 nuits en février 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 févr. 2024
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and experienced the peacefulness of the forest. Thank you for taking time to leave us a review. We welcome you back anytime.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Fany G.
29 juin 2022
Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Nice place for a weekend getaway
Property is nice. It’s a work in progress but it is obvious that the owners put a lot of work into it. It was a hot summer weekend and the house was nice and cool. It has all basic amenities and close to some of the springs around Ocala. Overall a nice place to stay
Séjour de 2 nuits en juin 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 30 juin 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We welcome you back again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
David T.
9 févr. 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Weekend getaway
We wanted to get out of town for a weekend to ride on the ATV trails and visit with family. It was always a pleasure talking with Tina, she answered all of our questions promptly and accurately. The cottage was clean and stocked with the basic amenities. Had a wonderful time.
Séjour de 4 nuits en janvier 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 9 févr. 2024
Thank you for the review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Jeanie P.
17 mars 2024
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Fishing with a side of relaxation!!
We really enjoyed the Nature Lovers cabin. We were there for fishing at Rodman's reservoir, and the non fishing time was spent enjoying all the birds that frequent this location. Even extended for an extra day!! Thank you Tina!!
Séjour de 6 nuits en mars 2024
VrboOwner a répondu le 18 mars 2024
Thank you again for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Nicole G.
26 juin 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Fabulous
We have been here many times because of the awesomeness of the owners. We always feel right at home. The quietness and the wildlife is the best. We love ridding trails. We saw lots of bears, deers, turles, quail, guineas, rabbits, and birds. It is the best place to relax and enjoy mother nature.
Séjour de 4 nuits en juin 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 26 juin 2022
Always a pleasure to have you stay with us. See you again soon!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Ericka S.
15 oct. 2021
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Great location to enjoy Ocala National Forrest
Quiet secluded location with all the comforts of home. Clean and well kept , we had no issues or concerns the host’s were excellent communicators and friendly .
My daughter and husband are avid ATV trail riders so they LOVED NOT having to pack up and go to trail head . They just hoped on the atv and went .
Ocala national Forrest is a wonderful place to get away and enjoy nature .
Séjour de 3 nuits en octobre 2021
VrboOwner a répondu le 15 oct. 2021
We are happy you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the 5-stars. Looking forward to hosting you again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Jared H.
14 juin 2021
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Ocala fun
If you’re looking to stay at a great place near the Ocala National Forest, this place is excellent. We were able to take our SxS from the property and ride tons of national forest trails.
It close to hog Waller and Salt springs. Also the renters were excellent communicators and the house was clean with a great view of the pond. Thank you Tina!! I’m sure we will be back.
Séjour de 3 nuits en juin 2021
VrboOwner a répondu le 14 juin 2021
We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you back soon!
Thank you for your very nice comments.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
JASON W.
4 oct. 2021
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
If you enjoy nature and being outdoors this place is for you!
Perfect place to stay if you love fishing or trail riding. The house was like home away from home. Very comfortable and clean. Multiple boat ramps within 30 mins or less to Rodman Reservoir or Ocklawaha River and trails are by the house. We loved the seclusion and the feeling of it just being us. We watched a beautiful sunrise off the porch and sat in the living room and bird watched looking out the sliding glass doors while eating breakfast. It was a perfect way to celebrate our Anniversary. The owner had great communication and everything was already in detail so we didn't have to ask any questions. Our stay was smooth. Thank you so much for sharing your house. We will be back!
Séjour de 2 nuits en octobre 2021
VrboOwner a répondu le 4 oct. 2021
Thank you for being our guest and for the nice review. We love that you spent your anniversary enjoying the forest and our little place in the woods.
We look forward to seeing you again!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Suzanne S.
27 nov. 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Rustic Getaway
Tina is such a gracious host! The property was as described in the middle of the National Forest. It is a perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The home was quite accommodating for all five of us. The kitchen is rather small, it is not a complaint, however, an observation. There is limited counter space so plan meals accordingly. We had hoped that the weather would've been a little cooler for late November, but the property was a lot of fun. The swing was a great addition and all three of our teenagers took turns swinging on it! One thing more, we were grateful we had a Jeep Wrangler to get to this property, if we had had a car, it would've been a challenge to get there. All in all, it was a fabulous weekend and we quite enjoyed ourselves.
Séjour de 2 nuits en novembre 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 28 nov. 2022
We are so glad y’all had a good time and enjoyed our swing! Thank you for the kind review. We hope you visit again.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
patricia A.
1 mai 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Nice Stay
We stayed for a weekend so we could work on our land close by. The beds were comfortable and the shower had better pressure than ours at home. We enjoyed sitting on the small back porch in the evenings.
Penner Pond Rd was impossible for us to drive into off of FR74. Someone had gotten stuck and dug ruts so deep my 2 wheel drive truck couldn't go through there. We went back out to FR74 and came in on Boree Blvd. That worked out great.
We cooked while we were there and there was everything we needed except a pot big enough to boil corn in and a 9x13 pan. If you plan on doing a lot of cooking, be sure to bring any specialty items you may need.
Séjour de 2 nuits en avril 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 25 mai 2022
We are glad you found the house comfortable. Congratulations on your new property!
Avis vérifié
8/10 – Bien
Ray r.
25 avr. 2022
Points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce.
Great place to visit.
The was good just wish they would have mention that if you are coming to trail ride that you have to trailer your machines to the trailhead. The roads leading to the house are tight and was hard to pull a trailer of 20 foot long down the tight paths. The house was nice but there was trash under one of the beds and the bathroom needs an exhaust fan since that bedroom does not have a fan or AC unit.
Séjour de 3 nuits en avril 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 17 mai 2022
Thank you Ray for your review. We drive to be sure everyone is aware of trails and parking areas prior to arrival. Our apologies this was missed prior to your arrival.
We will follow up with our cleaning company regarding the trash under the bed(s). As far as the bathroom fan, it is on our list as we fine-tune some of our rehab items… we will make it a priority as we continue making the place more comfortable for everyone.
We appreciate your input and hope to see you back!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Destiny S.
20 avr. 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
County Vaca
Tina was very easy to contact. She was very friendly and welcoming. We love the size of the home and the flexibility of multiple bedrooms for our family to stay comfortably. We had access to a fire pit, a grill, a swing for the kids and a bird feeder which was convenient & a nice treat. The best road to the stay was a little hard to find and other road was a little rougher than we thought. I would definitely stay again if I'm ever in the area.
Séjour de 2 nuits en avril 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 24 mai 2022
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Yes, the forest roads are unpredictable as far as their condition. We try to let our guests know the best routes ahead of time. We hope to see you back!
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Jennyfer C.
11 avr. 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
😍😍 will be going back
Loved it. Kids had so much fun. It was far away from stores but so peaceful
Séjour de 5 nuits en avril 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 21 mai 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the review.
Avis vérifié
10/10 – Excellent
Melinda N.
9 mars 2022
Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce
Nature Lovers Home Base
This lovely cottage is in a central location in the Ocala National Forest. It was conveniently located to many trails and salt springs. It's on a lovely pond with abundant wildlife all around. It was so quiet the peepers sang us to sleep each night. The home had every modern amenity. We were able to cook all of our meals for a week. The weather was unseasonably warm and the air conditioning worked wonderfully. Everything we needed, including wifi, was provided. My husband was easily able to do some work. The bed was very comfortable. It was also great to pack less and be able to do laundry. Lots of attention to cleaning at this cottage. We will choose this cottage again when we visit the Ocala National Forest.
Séjour de 7 nuits en février 2022
VrboOwner a répondu le 21 mai 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and welcome you back anytime! Thank you too for sharing your photos and experiences with us. You had some terrific sightings!
À propos de l’hôte
Hôte : Tina Arant
We are both licensed Florida real estate agents. More importantly, we love to explore new areas. When COVID locked us down to Florida only, we decided to share our love of our forest property with others.
Voici pourquoi l’hôte a choisi cet hébergement
A piece of old Florida that remains in the peaceful area of the Ocala Forest. It is a nice little escape not too far from convinces but allows you to enjoy serene evenings star gazing or exploring many of central Florida’s activities.